Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez said Sunday that he is scheduled for a meeting in Washington, D.C. to discuss the highly anticipated meetup between Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and US President Donald Trump. Romualdez said that officials “will find the right time” with regards to the meeting of the two […]
Read MoreThe Commission on Elections has issued a show-cause order against six Senate candidates for violating election laws on campaign posters. Some of these materials were illegally placed or not eco-friendly, with some even nailed to trees—sparking public outrage. A viral Facebook post, featured in a 24 Oras Weekend report by Mark Salazar, garnered nearly one […]
Read MoreAccording to the Comelec, the last day for the filing of LAV forms for eligible individuals should not be later than March 7. Absentee voters in the Philippines include members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Philippine National Police (PNP), and media practitioners whose duty falls during election day. Government personnel, and members […]
Read MoreThe Senate on Thursday filed a manifestation before the Supreme Court requesting to be excused from commenting on Vice President Sara Duterte’s petition challenging the impeachment case against her as they will serve as an impeachment court. In a three-page manifestation, the Senate said that the petition “reveals that it has actually no allegations” against the […]
Read More*Several* senatorial candidate continue with their campaign on social media and in some parts of the country on Wednesday. During his livestream, television personality Willie Revillame said he would work on a measure that would address the proliferation of fake news. (If you’re proven to have spread fake news, you should be held accountable. That’s […]
Read MoreMANILA*, Philippines — La Union 1st District Rep. Paolo Ortega has accused the Dutertes of “diverting” public attention away from fund misuse allegations hounding the office of Vice President Sara Duterte. In a press briefing on Monday, Ortega said Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte’s recent statements on the 2025 national budget are just a “distraction.” […]
Read MoreThe Bureau of Immigration (BI) said Tuesday former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque tried to fly to the United States but was barred from continuing his travel after arriving in Japan. The BI reported the information at a Senate justice and human rights subcommittee hearing when its chairperson Senator Risa Hontiveros inquired about Roque’s whereabouts. “Mayroon […]
Read MoreMANILA, March 3 (Reuters) – Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is keen to meet his U.S. counterpart in Washington and is ready to go immediately when Donald Trump is available, Manila’s ambassador to the United States said on Monday. Such a meeting could be in the Spring, Jose Manuel Romualdez told reporters. He also said the Philippines […]
Read MoreTolentino was with Legarda and her son, renowned renewable energy entrepreneur Leandro Leviste, who is running as Batangas’ first district representative during an assembly of leaders and residents of the district held in Balayan, Batangas. “I know Senator Tolentino to be very intelligent and hard-working; he deserves our support,” Legarda said. Tolentino highlighted Tagaytay and […]
Read More*President* Ferdinand ”Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said Friday the Holy Month of Ramadan is a period for personal reflection and renewed commitment to faith for Muslim brothers and sisters. In his message, Marcos expressed solidarity with Muslim brothers and sisters in observing the Holy Month of Ramadan. ”This sacred season marks the revelation of the Qur’an […]
Read More
